Using the New York state social studies 11th grade syllabus as a guide, the developer of this guide has adapted statements of understandings and has added resources and research questions to give students a better perspective on the role of women in United States history. Five broad topics are explored: The American People (immigrants, culture patterns, civil rights); Government and Politics (Constitutional theory and practice, New York State government); American Economic Life (mercantile and industrial capitalism); American Civilization in Historical Perspective (education, mass media); and The United States in World Affairs (power and commitment). Within each area, the author has taken statements of understandings required of students and has suggested related research and discussion topics and resources to substantiate women's involvement. For example, in the education section of the topic American Civilization in Historical Perspective, one general understanding which students must develop is that "the belief that democratic society is dependent upon the education of its citizens underlies the history of free public education." With respect to this statement, students are asked to compare in what ways women have been educated differently from men in the colonial period, in the 19th century, and today. Three references are cited which will give specific information about this issue. It is suggested that teachers use the guide flexibly with the varied needs of individual classes. (AV)